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Rochdale

About

Rochdale is a town in Greater Manchester, located along the River Roch. It lies approximately 10 miles north of Manchester city centre and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale. The area is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in textile manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution. Key landmarks include Rochdale Town Hall, a Victorian Gothic building, and the Rochdale Pioneers Museum, which celebrates the birthplace of the cooperative movement.

The district features a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, with the Pennine hills to the northeast providing green spaces. Transport links include the Metrolink tram system and the M62 motorway, connecting Rochdale to nearby cities. The town centre has shopping facilities, markets, and cultural venues like the Touchstones arts centre. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a variety of residents. Rochdale Canal, running through the area, adds to its historical character.

Area overview

On average Rochdale has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rochdale is £37,834 per year. There are 100 schools in Rochdale: 69 primary (6 Outstanding and 54 Good) and 13 secondary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

20.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Rochdale

Based on 1,975 recent sales, the median property price is £205,000 in Rochdale area, with individual transactions ranging from £43,000 up to £1,075,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £335,000; semi-detached at £220,000; terraced at £155,000; flats at £115,000.

10 years price trend in Rochdale

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.